2027 Summer Camp Assistant Kitchen Manager / Sous Chef
About The Position
Wolfoods is seeking an experienced, high-energy Assistant Kitchen Manager for a hands-on leadership position at a summer camp. The role oversees prep and production for a designated day part, manages staff, and ensures allergen safety. It is an on-site, live-in position in a fast-paced, high-volume rural summer camp environment across the US. The position is seasonal and runs from May through September, with a full-time, exempt schedule of at least six days and 70 hours per week. The Assistant Kitchen Manager leads and trains kitchen staff, supports operational flow and portion control, follows menu specifications, executes scratch cooking, and ensures timely meal service. The role also manages food allergy protocols and sanitation standards, manages inventory, assists with daily reporting, and liaises with campers and camp leadership. Wolfoods offers competitive seasonal pay, a performance bonus structure, room and board, travel expense assistance, and the opportunity to lead a team in a camp community.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of experience in a commercial kitchen leadership role.
- Experience with scratch cooking and institutional or batch cooking.
- ServSafe Allergens certification required before the start date; the company sponsors the certification.
- Strong leadership and cooking skills.
- Ability to navigate an iPad, work with a variety of ingredients, and solve problems effectively.
- Ability to stand for extended periods, work in hot or cold kitchen settings, and lift up to 50 lbs.
- Willingness to live on-site in a rustic setting and work at least 6 days and 70 hours per week in a demanding, high-pressure environment.
Responsibilities
- Lead and train kitchen staff and foster a high-energy, positive environment.
- Oversee operational flow, portion control, menu specifications, scratch cooking, and timely meal service.
- Manage food allergy protocols, including Kosher, nut-free, gluten-free, and vegan requirements.
- Maintain Health Department sanitation standards.
- Manage inventory and assist with daily reporting.
- Serve as a liaison between kitchen operations, campers, and camp leadership.
Benefits
- Competitive seasonal pay
- Performance bonus structure
- Free room and board for the duration of the contract
- Travel expense assistance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
